The Generoso Pope Foundation

The Generoso Pope Foundation is a private foundation, which responds to requests for funding from education, health, cultural, human service, and civic organizations.

From The President

My name is David Anthony Pope, great-grandson of Generoso Pope. It is my distinct honor and privilege to serve as President and Chief Executive Officer of the philanthropic family foundation that bears my great-grandfather’s name. Generoso, whose fitting name means generous in Italian, was a true visionary who did more than dream; he faithfully implemented… read more

ANNOUNCEMENTS

On September 20, 2018, the New York State Board of Historic Preservation voted unanimously to place the Columbus Circle statue in the state register for its historic and cultural significance. Immediately following the vote, the state Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Department nominated the statue for a designation on the National Register of Historic Places. “The form and content […]

Westchester Magazine held it’s 18th annual “Best of Westchester” competition, which awarded Westchester residents and businesses titles in categories, ranging from best diners, to best politician. David Anthony Pope, President & CEO of the Generoso Pope Foundation, was awarded the title of the “Best Philanthropist in Westchester,” for the 2018 issue. David won alongside Westchester County Executive, George […]